PRICELESS SUMMER EDITION SEVEN THURSDAY 25TH JANUARY 2018 Thanks for a great effort!

• Top: Mark Weir competed well at last week’s Gravity Enduro. Pic – Charlie Brown. • Left: The Alpine Classic brings a wealth of talent to the community. Pic – Ken Bell. • Right: Day is for everyone to enjoy. Pic - Kylie @ Bigbrightphotos.com.au ALPINE CLASSIC 2018 Thirty Three Years On roudly able to claim to be the event that started it all, the Audax Alpine Classic has had a change of name Pfor this year. Now with the involvement of Sports Media and Entertainment 360 P/L the event will no longer come under the Audax banner and will simply be known as the Alpine Classic 2018. The original event, back in 1985 saw six cyclists tackle the gruelling 200km ride from Bright, over the Gap to Mount Beauty, up the hill to Falls Creek, back down through Mount Beauty, over the Gap again to Bright and then up to Buffalo and back. Not a bad little ride for a day. And so it has grown and during the 2000’s entry numbers regularly ran at over 2000 entrants. Now, with the advent of many An early start is the secret to the 200km Alpine Classic when the air is clear and the scenery superb. other rides, like our Peaks Challenge Falls Pic – Ken Bell Creek and the Cadel Evans Ride (on this same weekend) the and end their rides. (See program this motorists should allow plenty of time to get Alpine Classic is holding entry numbers at edition). to their destinations. Visitors to Falls Creek around 1600 riders. for the Dragon Boat Festival – also on All these riders on the roads may be a little Saturday 27th – are advised to allow plenty Based in Howitt Park, the Alpine Classic inconvenient – but that is the reality of of time for the trip up the road. also provides a fun family time, the Bonjour life. Once again, this is an example of the Bright, while the riders tackle the nine developing summer trade we are all seeking Cycling in the area has proved to be a courses ranging from moderate to seriously – and with it comes situations we must all fabulous boon for the economy (worth challenging, all fabulously supported by a learn to deal with. millions of dollars), not only with events, great team of volunteers. Bonjour Bright but also with many, many hundreds of will keep families, support crews and riders As is indicated by notices elsewhere in people coming to the area to ride and train entertained at the free festival held in this publication, there will be changed and experience the pleasure of riding in Howitt Park. The French-themed festival traffic conditions on the roads around the high country all through our summer will feature live music and entertainers, Bright, Mount Beauty, Falls Creek, Mount period. For example, Estaban Chaves, Orica films, kid’s activities, food, wine and beer, Buffalo, and over Scott team member, in Falls Creek training and a great atmosphere for cyclists to begin the weekend. Saturday is the big day, and for three weeks. • FALLS CREEK Open For Business www.fallscreek.com.au Accommodation QT Hotel Falls Creek Visitor Information Apartment style luxury rooms, Pool & Jacuzzi, Sauna & Upstairs, Resort Management Office (above Day Alpha Lodge Steam Room. On-site restaurant and bar. Open all year Shelter). Open 9am – 5pm weekdays and 10am – 3pm Open for Summer. Self-cater Accommodation $61 p/p round - available for group bookings and functions. weekends & Public Holidays. Ph: 03 5758 1202. p/n twin/dbl. $45 p/p p/n bunk room. Parallel Street. Ph: 03 5732 8000 Wb: www.qtfallscreek.com.au Ph: 03 57587 3488 or visit www.alphaskilodge.com.au. 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I went to a few of Smuch money you have or whether you ocal lad Ben McIlroy is an up and the Victorian Enduro events but after a to Australia and the southerly location of coming Enduro mountain bike think you are better than someone else – couple of years that series kind of fell apart. Australia geographically. The Southern racer. Over the last two years he has because the truth is that we are all equal I then stared racing the national series. Cross constellation is only viewable from progressedL to be the fastest junior rider in and money will not make anyone a better the southern hemisphere. Australia winning both the National Series MR: How many national events have you person. and the National Championships in 2016. raced? The Commonwealth Star - also known On March 26 Ben went and raced his first Ben: My first national year in 2015. I raced And then there is the pride we exhibit as a as the Star of Federation - this shows the nation. To my mind the greatest example ever EWS (Enduro World Series) event in three events, Toowoomba, Adelaide, and unity of the six States and the combined Rotorua, New Zealand. Prior to the event Canberra and placed 3rd overall for the series. of National Pride would be a perfectly Territories of this country. functioning education system, a health Matt Rousu caught up with Ben to chat In 2016 I raced the Bright, Perth and about the race and his potential future in Adelaide National series events winning all Ben McIlroy with bike - and a ‘can-do’ attitude. Pic system for all and no homelessness. There are many varied points of view – but - Matt Rousu. the fact is, it is our flag and comes to us the mountain bike world. three and the U19 series overall. I then went Like it or not, Australia has a National Flag with a history – from a continent where MR: Is this your first overseas race? on to win U19 National Champs in Adelaide of the races he was doing. and there are protocols relating to the flag flags were used for many centuries prior. Ben: Yep, first overseas race, first EWS (with a time that would have knocked Troy MR: What are your goals for this year, and how it is handled. We treat our flag with respect – the same as (Enduro World Series), so it’s going to be Brosnan off the elite podium). more EWS or is going to be too hard to 1. Show respect and dignity for all we treat each other with respect. pretty exciting. MR: How did you end up travelling and juggle school? Australian flags. The Australian National MR: Is it excitement or are you nervous? racing alongside Chris Panozzo (2 time Elite Ben: I’m racing the EWS in New Zealand Australia Day is our National Day and Gravity Enduro Australian champion)? flag takes precedence in positioning over locally, our Australia Day celebrations Ben: I’m probably a bit more nervous and in Tasmania but this year I want Ben: I first met Chris at a Victorian Enduro to finish Year 12 and get out alive, do all other flags or ensigns. On Australian begin at around 7:45am in Hydro Park than2017 excited. Young Citizen Excited of the to year, race Ebony overseas, Tanzen but gets a state round at Barjarg, I was still like Under as much riding as I can and stay fit. It’s soil, the Australian National flag takes beside the swimming pool with the Upper nervous becausecongratulatory it’s such hug afrom big proud event. dad Brent. 15s or Under 17s and I knew that he was a fast probably not the best year to be going into precedence over other national flags. MR: Have youPic – heard Kylie @ anything BigBrightPhotos.Com.Au about the Kiewa Valley Lions putting on an excellent dude. I wanted to hang out with the fast guys my first EWS because Year 12 takes up 2. Fly the flag. The following must be breakfast of bacon, eggs, sausages, orange tracks over in Rotorua, NZ? Local Young Achiever of the Year – Kiewa so I wanted to hang out with Chris Panozzo. such a massive chunk of my time. observed when flying the Australian juice, tea and coffee – all for a gold coin Ben: From what Chris (Panozzo) has said, Valley and other deserving recipients. Local I remember at Barjarg the shuttles were always MR: Have you got any plans for further National flag: •Raise it no earlier than first donation. they’re fast and there aren’t many rocks. councilors will be on hand to make the a bit delayed, we were hanging out down the studies such as University, or depending light. •Lower it no later than dusk. •If you Our fabulous Mount Beauty Community presentationsMR: How did and you the get guest into riding?speaker on the bottom for so long that we nearly missed our on how these two EWS events go, would wish to fly the Australian National flag by Band has become firmly entrenched as part dayBen: is Pretty to be advised.much because • of my Dad, race runs. When we got to the top, everyone you like to chance it and try to become a night, it must be floodlit. of our celebrations – and will continue to was wondering where we’d been. He was professional racer? just like “Ah we’ve just been chilling at the 3. Raise the flag quickly and lower it do so this year. Also on hand will be free Ben: I haven’t really thought too much bottom.” So that felt pretty cool. ceremoniously. During the raising and flag wavers, face painting and temporary about it. Becoming a professional mountain lowering of the Australian National flag, tattoos for the kids. After that he invited me to travel with him biker would be pretty sick but you sort of to the next round at Narbethong. During do have to have another profession once you everyone present must be silent and face The official part of the day begins at the flag. This also applies to when the flag that trip we decided not to race any more come out the other side. 9:30am with the presentation of Alpine of the Vic series. I thought that I wouldn’t is carried in a parade. Those in uniform are MR: Do you think you’d be able to develop Shire Australia Day Community Awards really continue racing but then Chris obliged to salute the flag. a career and race at the same time? (Local Achiever of the Year – Kiewa Valley, invited me to Toowoomba. That was my Ben: Another important point is that you should first national race and from then on we just Yeah, looking at someone like Paul never let the National Flag touch the became mates and he invited me along to all ground, the water, or the floor. Visit the Suburban hip café meets LOCAL RADIO Bogong Power Station the high country! Alpine Radio 96.5 FM In the Kiewa Valley Information Centre Fabulous food plus specialty coffee, Alpine Radio 92.9 FM For historical & geological exhibits. 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4 Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK ~ Summer 2017 Edition THIRTEEN GRAVITY ENDURO SERIES Fantastic Events eport by Matt Rousu. Round Two of the Victorian Enduro Tour (20- 21 Jan) was held at the legendary RBig Hill Mountain Bike Park in Mount Beauty. The small town in the state’s North- East attracted close to 200 riders over a scorching hot summer weekend. Faced with iconic old-school single track, flat corners, steep chutes and freshly cut off-camber grass sections the racers would tackle five unique stages while a 6th super technical stage was reserved for the Elite categories A TIMEonly. TO REMEMBER ANZAC Day ANZAC Day Dawn Service: 5:45am - The entry list read more like a National 6:15am. Service at Eagle Rock - including event with some athletes travelling 1000km he years flash by; the numbers of a Bagpipe recital.. All friends and visitors to attend. Two times National Champion actual returned service personnel welcome. For further information please Chris Panozzo, former World XCE diminishes - and yet the respect call 03 5758 1202 or visit www.fallscreek. increases.T Fortunately conflicts of the scale com.au/Events. of WW1 and WW11 have not re-occurred. The Cosgriff kids with Elite Men’s Winner, Chris Panozzo. Mount Beauty Service MEDICAL SERVICES Pic – Matt Rousu New returned service personnel are now coming from the ranks of Vietnam Vets and Anzac Day Services are as follows. The MOUNT BEAUTY Champion Paul van der Ploeg and World day. The shuttle road itself allows a full-size those who have seen service in the Middle Early Morning Service will take place Cup DH sensation Dean Lucas would bus to ferry over 50 riders to the top at once East. Numbers are being maintained by in Bi-Centennial Park, Lakeside Avenue WHERE Tawonga Crescent do battle with other top athletes Jeremy so no-one had to wait long in line. Years (beside the shire offices) beginning at 7am. Diggers marching down Hollonds Street last year, led by other service personnel and all are supported JimWHEN Crebbin on his8:30am WW1 -Motor 5:00pm bike. Mon Pic - Ken- Friday Bell. Hamilton, Shannon Hewetson, Dave of running national mountain bike events A small informal service with a speaker by the very appreciative public. 10:00am - 12:00pm Saturdays Ludenia, Ben McIlroy and the Panozzo have the Mount Beauty crew and volunteers from the local RSL. All welcome. The address for the day will be offered by Over the years, the numbers of spectator brothers Liam and Joel. A wildcard was well organised and it showed with all the studentsHOW fromPh: the 5754 Mount 3400 Beauty for Secondary supporters that have turned up to show The Anzac Day March will come down College. Speakersappointments will be school captains, thrown into the mix with former champion riders getting maximum time on the trails. their appreciation has grown dramatically. Hollonds Street, starting from the assembly point 24 hours for emergencies Dan MacMunn making his return to the Katerina Trnka and Connor Vickers. At our The overall vibe was relaxed and fun yet This, to me, says that there remains a very in Park Street, near the Police Station at 10:45am, Enduro scene. The Elite Women category but marchers should be assembled and ready to localWHO service, wreathsDrs Mark will Zagorski, be laid byJeff many many of the riders were finding the tracks strong - yet unspoken - feeling of gratitude was spearheaded by Ebony Tanzen - she go at 10:30am. Whilst Hollonds Street will not community representativesRobinson, Libb andy Garoni, members Skye of challenging and awkward. Every trail in and respect among the community and in would compete with Rachel Hore and be closed, traffic movement will be restricted as the public are Delaney,invited to Laura do so Zagorski, if they wish. Mount Beauty has been hand-built - it is our quiet way, we just turn up and express Angela Stratton & Laura Tanzen. Danielle Garden. our acknowledgement of our ‘diggers.’ the marchers come down the street. Further details on the service from Mr Bob renowned for its raw and natural approach, Williams, President, Mount Beauty RSL ANZAC Day is the one of the few opportunities The Commemorative Service will take place Saturday was reserved for practice and often going from fast and flowy to tight and onWHAT 5754 1585,Fully or 0427accredited 784 499.General in the year where people can come together with at the Cenotaph, beginning at 11am. The each rider was allowed to shuttle only four rocky and with the temperature rising it Motion of Loyalty will be offered by Councillor Following thePractice service, with everyone 37 years is invitedservice times throughout the day. Many athletes became a frustrating puzzle for some. Go to a solemn and sincere purpose. 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Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK ~ Summer 2017 Edition THIRTEEN 3 FALL LINES Hard Waste Collection alls Creek Resort Management will be collecting hard waste on Wednesday F26th April - the day after ANZAC Day. Please see our Hard Waste Collection guidelines on the website, or if you require any additional information, please contact the FCRM Office on 03 5758 1200. • Summer Debrief It has been a record year for visitation this summer and Resort Management would like to get your feedback on events, visitor demographic, mountain biking and general observations. Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many exhibitors that will HEADINGbe as this year’s Trade Fair @ LOCAL TALENT Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw. Therefore you are invited to join the include the infamous Flowtown from the van der Ploeg (2013 XCE World Champion Roundrelevant Resort Three Management personnel A Life to Remember for all members of the hospitality industry and also raised in Mount Beauty) who’s resort down to Howman’s Gap. Fallsand Creek other will members host the of thirdthe community round of the for a A celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place to prepare for winter and do some serious been at University for like forever but at the summer season debrief meeting. The riders will ride six stages, liaising saving on product needs for the season. same time he’s been a professional mountain VIC Enduro Tour on Saturday 10th and on Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village This meeting will take place on between each one. Online registration is To be held at the Frying Pan Inn, in the biker. So it’s possible. Sunday 11th February. The first and second Bowl at Falls Creek for anyone who wishes tourWednesday were held 26th at Nail April Can from Hill 9:30am in Albury to recommended.to attend and pay tribute. Commencing at Village Bowl at Falls Creek, the Trade Fair I like Physics so maybe something to do will take place on Tuesday 2nd May from andaround Big Hill 11:30am in Mount in the Beauty. Boardroom above Shuttles12 noon, will the be afternoon operating will for practicereflect Lyn’s only with engineering. I’d love to get involved Foodworks in QT. 10am to 5pm and again on Wednesday onenormous Saturday contribution10 February towith Falls Blue Creek. Dirt Someat with building new parts for bikes, making Last weekend’s second round on the Big wine and a light BBQ will be provided, 3rd, from 9am to 4pm. If you have any specific agenda items, please $60.00 per person. Bookings are essential them faster and better. Developing ideas Hill Mount Bike Park in Mount Beauty saw but we ask that you bring other beverages email http://[email protected]. at www.bluedirt.com.au to ensure the Companies invited to exhibit include like Shimano’s new electronic gearing, around 200 racers participate, and, despite and also a plate to share. In the case of wet We look forward to seeing you all there. • numbers of riders can be catered for. Bedding Suppliers, Linen, Manchester which I’ve just got on my new bike. the hot temperatures, with what has been weather, a contingency plan will be in place. and Window Furnishing suppliers, Wine MR: It’s pretty obvious you like to keep quoted as some of the best Enduro racing “WeFriends are looking are welcome forward to topass hosting this invite the on and SpiritSUMMER merchants, EDITION Wholesale FIVE Food involved with the mountain bike world. seen in Australia. Locals Chris Panozzo and roundand itat is Falls understood Creek.” Saysthat membersDirector ofof Lyn’s Suppliers, Chemical, Cleaning and Toiletry Do you feel any pressure from a biking Ebony Tanzen tookUKVRA the presents… Elite Men’s and Marketingfamily will & beCommunications, in attendance. • Jo Prothero. suppliers andAD equipment PROOF suppliers. perspective during your final year at school? Women’s winning titles. “TheTrade event Fair brings @ ridersFalls from Creek the region and Prepare for the season and save money. Ben: There’s so many people helping me Ebony Tanzen took out the Elite Women’s Class A quote on FacebookBUSH from Joel Geyson broaderSomething metro of areas an institutionand they really since showcase 1982, the Visit the Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Further and pushing me into the pro mountain bike theTrade trail developmentFair @ Falls Creekin the isresort.” an opportunity • details from: Mb: 0400 350Pic 488. – Matt • Rousu scene and it’s so easy to get sucked into it says “Just wantedGOTHIC to pass on my thanks to and think it’s going to continue to be easy the whole MountSunday Beauty 28th GEMay organisation 5pm for the rest of my life. I step back and think Crew. This was for me one of the best Mount Beauty Information Centre P H Y S I O T H E R A P Y Got a problem with pests? that it’ll be hard work, but with the right run events I have been too. Tracks MOUNT Ben McIlroy cruising the tracks on Big Hill. Pic -Matt Rousu. Auditorium. BYO drinks and nibbles. We can help with: support I could do it. I think it’s important very challenging but super fun. Great BEAUTY• Pre-purchase home inspections adjustment on the fly to have us start on to still have to the love for mountain biking. Ben: I have no idea. I don’t know if I’m going about Tickets:50 entrants Mount in the BeautyNewsagency U21’s after a bit of • Sniffer dog tracking of different stages too. Plenty of water on track POOL Termites MR: Do you think your love for the sport to come last or first or not finish. I hope a rough day. awesome workPh: everyone.” 5754 4204 • Rodents • Spiders will change if you become a full on racer? there’s lots of riders, because in the Australian After the trip to New Zealand, Ben then • Wasps - and all other pests Ben: Not really, As much as I enjoy the races there’s only like 20 athletes, but it’s the wentThe$25, onFalls to$20 Creekcompete (members), multistage at EWS $10 EnduroRound (students) eventTwo NORMAL HOURSthat crawl or fly! other side of the world for all the Europeans, whole vibe of riding with my mates, atwill Derby, take part in North on the Eastern recently Tasmania. developed But 5A Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty HolidayAndrew PoultonSeason so I don’t know if the junior riders will travel hanging out and having a good time. I thisWorld time, Trail among single thetrack U21 trails. competitors, This will it 2Ph:3rd 1300 Dec 559201 7799 - 2 8Mb:th Jan 0427 201 9148 909 still really really enjoy the racing aspect of that far, but I’ll just wait and see. all came together for Ben and he finished Phone: 5754 1270 ClosedEm: [email protected] Christmas Day mountain biking, it determines who is the MR: Well have an awesome time; I’m sure on top of the podium - and is currently Lap Swimming: Mon to Fri 6:15am - 10:30am best and everyone wants to be the best at it’ll be fun no matter what the result. Is leadingNOURISH the U21 -class Organic after the Wholefoods first two General Admission: Weekdays 1pm - 7pm what they do. there anyone you’d like to thank? rounds.OPEN: TuesWith: 10am the next– 5pm. six Sat: rounds 10am –taking 1pm Weekends 1:30 - 6:30pm MEDICAL SERVICES Racing has brought mountain biking to Ben: Mum and Dad, Chris, Sam and placeFruits all - Nuts round - Seeds the world,- Grains- Ben Flour is -about Honey - NormalMOTORING Season TIPS toOil focus 2017- Bread on -year Eggs LOCAL 12 - Coffee and the& Pantry Australian Staples.PASS where it is today, bikes are lighter and everyone from Shimano. Organic local juicy peaches MOUNT BEAUTY 29Regularth January Servicing - 2nd April 2018 faster and better than ever and racing has National Enduro Series. • Results: AffordablePh: 0427 726 228 skiing LapOur Swimming: car is like ourMon body. to Fri 7:00am - 10:30am played a massive role in that. 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Lakeside Vista Holiday Home for Rent $250 per Adult + $45 per Day Drs Mark Zagorski, Jeff they let us down on the road. WHO Further details: Enquire at Reception. • Located in the heart of Mount Beauty close to shops, $140 per Child + $35 per Day Robinson, Libby Garoni, Skye Imagine discovering (too late) that your amenities, airfield and parklands. Service Drive, Mount Beauty Delaney, Laura Zagorski, Brake Pads had worn out - just as you’re • Opposite the lake, picnic area, BBQs, children’s play ** More Benefits in 2017** Phone: (03) 5754 1181 area, BMX track and skate park. 10am - 5pm Mon - Sat Angela Stratton & Anoop Pem. heading for the tree. • Fully renovated holiday home sleeps 6-7 people All orders in by Sunday10am 30th - 3pm - Sunday April. Regular servicing is important for the comfortably in two bedrooms plus sunroom/study. WHAT Fully accredited General good health of your vehicle - and for your • Rates start from $200pn in summer including linen & For further information contact: good health and safety! towels. ALPINE PracticeCLASSIC with 37 years2018 service - Changed Traffic Conditions • Corner block has a new garden & plenty of room for Falls Creek Ski Lifts P/L to the Upper Kiewa Valley. A Motoring Tip brought to you by: parking & help yourself to the herbs in the garden. Rick @ Mount Beauty Service Centre, Ph: 03 5758 1000 Cycle Event – No Road Closures, but expect • For booking enquiries please call 0419 287 321 between Kiewa Valley Hway, Mount Beauty, 9am and 6pm daily or visit www.cedarwoodfallscreek.com higher YOURthan usual LOCAL bicycle PRACTICE traffic on these - roads * Conditions apply Ph: 5754 4261 for online availability and bookings. leadingSUPPORTING up to and during THE the COMMUNITY! 32nd running of this fabulous event. 6 Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK ~ Summer 2017 Edition THIRTEEN Friday 26th January Our Bank has now returned TIME TO RENEW ! B500 between Bright and Omeo Light traffic 6:30am – 5pm Over $450,000 We have paints for internal & external! Saturday 27th January to this community since Materials to build, replace or fix! B500 Great Alpine Road - between Bright and Omeo 4am – 2:30pm opening December 2007! Tools to construct, create or repair C534 - between Omeo and Shannonvale 6:30am – 3:30pm Be part of the team! Clothes for work, sport or relaxing ENQUIRIES B500 Great Alpine Road 4am – 8pm Ph: 03 5754 4484 Gift Vouchers Available For Information on Advertising or - betweenEditorial Contributions please and Germantowncontact: For Payment, Placement of Ads or Subscriptions please forward to: C536 Tawonga Gap Road – Germantown to Kiewa Valley Hwy 6:30am – 8pm 28 Hollonds Street, Mount Beauty Mt. Beauty Hardware & Drapery Store Ken Bell Mob: 0400 350 488 Phone/Fax: 03 5754 1346 C531 Kiewa ValleyEmail: Hwy/Bogong [email protected] High Plains Road – Tawonga Sth to Falls CreekOffice 7:30amAddress: – 7pm Suite 2, 41 Kiewa Valley Highway, Mount Beauty. Mon - Fri: 9am - 5:30pm. Kirsten Seaver Email: [email protected] Postal Address: P.O. Box 325, Mount Beauty, VIC, 3699. Mount Beauty & District Sat: 9am - 4pm. C535 Road - between Porepunkah and Dingo Dell 4am – 11:30am Sun & Public Hols: 9am - 2pm Community Bank© Branch 12 - 14 Hollonds Street Falls Creek Hours For Further Information, Email: [email protected] Mount Beauty 10am - 5pm Mon - Sat. Thank you for your courtesy and patience on the road, and for your support of this event! Ph: 03 5754 1999 10am - 3pm Sunday. Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK ~ Summer 2017 Edition THIRTEEN Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Summer 20185 Edition SEVEN 5 MILE HIGH DRAGON BOATS Nice and Cool! be crowned champions of the Mile-High Regatta. This will be the last opportunity he 2018 ‘Mile-High’, Falls Creek for clubs to put crews through their paces Regatta will take place on the Rocky prior to the Victorian Championships Valley Dam over the Australia being held at the Gateway Lake precinct in TDay long weekend. “This annual regatta Wodonga on the 17th & 18th February. is a Dragon members favourite, For guests this is a fantastic weekend to as it is one of the most scenic venues for spend at Falls Creek. The grassy banks of competition and provides a social aspect Rocky Valley Dam are a beautiful place to to the event that brings all the paddlers spend the day with the family and soak in together after the days racing” says Dragon the excitement of the races. There will be Boat Victoria’s General Manager, Chris food and drinks available on the foreshore Schleusener. “With nine clubs from across throughout the day or you are very Victoria and a local New South Wales Club welcome to bring your own picnic. participating, it should a great weekend for competing on Rocky Valley.” The ‘no experience needed’ disclaimer of the event means all are welcome for the This is serious- in a pristine cool clear environment . A series of races will be held for a variety of Mountain Challenge categories. Individuals Pic – Ken Bell categories over a 200m course, with crews can join an existing team (even on the day) completing the course in around 50 - 70 and all training and equipment is provided If you’ve never tried Dragon Boat racing seconds. All clubs will be competing to including boats, life jackets and paddles. before then this is the perfect opportunity to get out to the High Country and try something new. When: Saturday, 27th January 2018. BONJOUR BRIGHT Where: Rocky Valley Lake, 2km beyond Falls Creek. Time: 8:30am – 4:00pm Entertainment Program Blue Dirt will also be operating a vehicle 25th - 27th January 2018 mountain bike shuttle service from 9am – 4pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday, for $60 per rider, so you can hit the trails and 25th – 27th January 2018 see what all the hype’s about. The kid’s will be entertained at Kid’s Club Thurs 25th Jan Movies in Howitt Park – FREE ENTRY activities at Howman’s Gap. Bookings 8:30pm ‘Madeline and the Bad Hat’ – to entertain the little ones! required. Ph: 03 5758 1200. 9:00pm ‘Le Ride’ – Amazing Race host, Phil Keoghan’s movie pays homage to four Aus and NZ riders in the gruelling 1928 Tour de France. Amber Knight from The Beauty of Yoga will be holding a Yoga class on Sunday at Fri 26th Jan Entertainment in Howitt Park – FREE ENTRY QT Falls Creek at 5pm for $20 per person 11:00am Gomer and the Girl – Playing dirty folk, alt country, indie rock and sometimes disco!! to finish off the weekend with relaxation. 2:00pm Alpine Bangers – Laid back, fun and dancy is the message. 3:00pm Bric-a-Brac – Join Céd Mélédo and his group on a musical tribute to French music For more information visit http://www. round the world!! fallscreek.com.au/events/falls-creek-dragon- 7:00pm Australia Day Bush Dance – Celebrate the day with the Heel & Toe Polka and other boat-regatta traditional steps with Mark Buckley and Squid Jig. And, if you have a Social Media fetish 8:30pm Kids Movies – ‘Despicable Me 3’ - The mischievous Minions hope the Gru will return to a life of crime… here are some hash-tags! #fallscreek; Kid’s CornerVisit Kids’ Corner for face painting, air brush tattoos, craft activities #fallscreeksummer; #dragonboatvictoria and roving artists – all day! Catch Per Westman, acrobat and juggler at 2pm each and #fallscreekmtb. • day and try juggling and hula hoops! Sat 27th Jan Entertainment in Howitt Park – FREE ENTRY Calling young Alpine Shire 12noon Kid’s Hour – Acrobat and juggles Per Westman will perform in front of the main Musicians to perform at the: stage, plus Ced’s little kids show and French tongue twisters! ‘Push Start Music Comp!’ 1:00pm Alpine Bangers – Laid back, fun and dancy!! 3:00pm Gomer and the Girl – Playing folk, alt country and sometimes disco!! Saturday 21st April 4pm – 6pm 6:00pm Bric-a-Brac – are back to bring the riders home! As part of the Mount Beauty Music 8:30pm Lantern Rouge – Join us at the finish line to welcome the last riders home and Festival celebrate the finish of the 33rd Alpine Classic. Winner will receive a gig at the 2019 Mount Beauty Music Festival. All competitors receive a prize pack Supporters of the Bonjour Bright including free entry to the 2018 Festival – featuring • The Northern Folk • The Hot Springs • Charm of Finches. For more information and to apply, Email: [email protected] Phone or SMS: 0419 915 319

6 Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Summer 2018 Edition SEVEN FALL LINES Our Music Festival Photography Workshops he Mount Beauty Music Festival There is nothing more satisfying than is getting closer. April 21st, 2018, taking complete control of your camera, with a great line up sure to get the finding its potential and understanding Tcrowd moving. This will be a one night how to make full use of it. To achieve this, event for 2018, with a maximum capacity learning how to get off your Auto modes is of 300 tickets to sell. Therefore, to avoid a huge step in the right direction. disappointment, purchase your tickets early. Join me on one of my photography So far the committee have a number of workshops to really get an understanding An opportunity to appreciate the high plains. food and drink vendors serving from 4pm of your camera and the potential you hold Pic - Charlie Brown outside at the Mount Beauty Community in your hands. During the weekend I will show you and help you to understand Centre. UKV Lions Club; Champagne Weekends dates are Feb 17th/18th; March Club; Mount Beauty Cricket Club; John shutter speeds, aperture, shooting in manual mode, the affect different lenses 17th/18th and April 14th/15th and are Guerin Coffee Van; Gundowring Ice-cream; $350 including two lunches and dinner. The Spice Trailer; That Macaron Lady, have on your photos, fill flash, composition, Snonuts Falls Creek; Upper Kiewa Valley how to correctly expose your photos as Contact Charlie at charlie@mountainside. Regional Arts and Alpine Blue Light. well as some of the editing and workflow net.au to book or techniques that I use. visit: www.mountainside.net.au. • From 6pm inside we have a bar open and the food vendors will be running until late. Tickets are available online go to https://www.trybooking.com/book/ event?eid=303203. Artist Line Up includes: Charm of Finches.; The Hot Springs; and The Northern Folk. The committee are also looking for volunteers in various roles. If you know of anyone interested, no experience necessary – contact Jocelyn Scherf at: Em: jocelyn. [email protected], or Ph 0407 797 228. • CLASSIFIEDS MISSING BOOK Luggage Trailer. Good Clientele: Dep of Veterans Affairs; FOR SALE A copy of Dr. Ruth Lawrence’s Thesis on the Bogong High VLine; Snowfield Health Services & Walking Group RM Williams Cuban Heel Boots, Bushman Tan, with Plains was left in the care of Bill and Yvonne Sutton. It Contracts. Running successfully for 25 years. $160,000. added rubber protective sole. Almost brand new. Size 9 G. has been lent to some-one and not returned. If any knows Ph: Brian on 0419 573 909. Retail $309.95 will sell for $200. Ph: 0400 350 488. anything please touch base with Bill or phone Ken Bell on FOR SALE – SNOWMOBILE FOR SALE 0400 350 488. Red BRP V800. New Condition, 1,100kms, regularly Savage 11ft tinny with 15hp Yamaha. Includes trailer, MINI EXCAVATOR HIRE serviced, many options. $7795 Ph: 0447 583 255. covers & emergency equipt. Registered ready to go fishing. Boldly goes where no other excavator goes! Post holes, FOR SALE $2000. Ph 0420 372 084. trenches, landscaping etc. Ph: Mike: 0417 438 450. 500 Litre Chest Freezer in good condition. $100. BRUSHCUTTING – FALLS CREEK BUSINESS FOR SALE - TAXI SERVICE Ph: 03 5754 4878 For Slashing, fire fuel reduction and general clean up call Mount Beauty Taxi Country Licence & 2013 Ford FOR HIRE Jamie. Mb 0466 154 327 Em: [email protected]. Mondeo Hatch. Plus 4WD Toyota Landcruiser & Three Tonne Tipper and mini Excavator. Ph: 0427 942 171. BUSINESS DIRECTORY ALTERATIONS, DRESSMAKING & REPAIRS Domestic, commercial & industrial. Contact visits available. HiCaps. Ph: 5754 1270. Call Kerry 0407 814 114 for all sewing needs. Ben Svarc 0419 801 109. PLUMBING & GASFITTING Services include hems & complete design solutions. FREIGHT - ALB - MTB - FALLS CREEK David Batson – Servicing Mount Beauty, BOWEN THERAPY & MASSAGE Remo’s Transport from Albury/Wodonga to Mount Tawonga and beyond. No job too big or small! Tawonga South. Ph: Heather 0428 993 125. Beauty and Falls Creek Tuesday to Friday inclusive. Domestic, commercial or industrial. BUILDING & ELECTRICAL Refrigeration available. Ph: John or Esther 0417 414 320. Ph: 0488 552 239. Duggan & Hanlon, your complete building HAIRDRESSER REMEDIAL MASSAGE/NATUROPATH service, please call Justin on 0458 220 879. Natalie Raymond, Birds Nest Salon, 26 Hollonds 38 St Bernard Dv, Tawonga Sth. Ph: 0419 519 275. CIVIL CELEBRANT - HEATHER MULL Street, Mount Beauty. Open Six days a week & SPORTS & REMEDIAL MASSAGE Quality Ceremonies - All Types. Ph: 03 5754 4395. evenings by appointment. Ph: 03 5754 1177. Mobile Remedial and Sports Massage Service. Suitable for Mb: 0428 993 125. www.celebrant-ne-vic.com.au LD’S HOME PET CARE tradies, athletes and the active. www.impactmassage.com. COMPUTERS & SERVICE Pet Care & Dog Walking. Ph: Lisa 5754 1695. au. Mb: 0404 768 067 Custom built computers, Upgrades, parts, laptops, PAINTING SERVICES STORAGE troubleshooting, virus removal, data recovery, back-ups. Interior/Exterior, Domestic/Commercial. Caravans, Vehicles, Pallets, Large Lock-up Units. Ph: Michal Trnka 5754 4637 or Mb: 0417 163 601. Obligation Free Quotes. Quality & Service Ph: 0428 361497 www.alpinewarehousing.com DRIVING INSTRUCTION Guaranteed. KLM Alpine Painting Services, Ph: TAXI & 4WD SERVICE Summit Driver Training. Tawonga based driving Laif 0437 023 921. Mt Beauty Taxi Service. Covers Falls Creek & instruction and re-assessment. Ph Craig 0427 722 287. PHYSIOTHERAPY Albury. Ph: 0409 573 909 or 13 10 08. ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR Kiewa Valley Sports & Spinal Physiotherapy. 5A Altitude Electrical - no job too big or small. Hollonds St Mt Beauty. Out of hours and home Falls Creek & Mount Beauty THIS WEEK - Summer 2018 Edition SEVEN 7 FALL LINES Hard Waste Collection alls Creek Resort Management will be collecting hard waste on Wednesday F26th April - the day after ANZAC Day. Please see our Hard Waste Collection guidelines on the website, or if you require any additional information, please contact the FCRM Office on 03 5758 1200. • Summer Debrief It has been a record year for visitation this summer and Resort Management would like to get your feedback on events, visitor demographic, mountain biking and general observations. Steve Killalea from Milestone Chemicals - just one of the many exhibitors that will be as this year’s Trade Fair @ Falls Creek. Pic - Elle Shaw. Therefore you are invited to join the relevant Resort Management personnel A Life to Remember for all members of the hospitality industry and other members of the community for a A celebration of Lyn’s Life will take place to prepare for winter and do some serious FALLWESTsummer season LINES KIEWA debrief meeting. OPENon SPACE Friday the 28th April 2017 in the Village saving on product needs for the season. 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